Who Would Win series: June 2022

Greetings and Welcome to Another Edition of my Who Would Win Series and for the first time ever, it is going to be a 2 versus 2 team battle.

Minna-Dietlinde Wilcke and Mio Sakamoto from Strike Witches vs Najenda and Susanoo from Akame Ga Kill.

The most important factor to consider is that Najenda will be composited for this fight. Meaning, she will have access to "Everything" she has used in both the Akame Ga Kill Manga and Anime. Since I usually put combatants at their maximum potential as long as they are canon to their lore, Najenda will be given this affordance with no issue

Because the fight itself is 2v2, the rundowns for both sides will be a bit complicated. You see, all combatants in this fight have varying Abilities and Weaponry that makes it very diverse.

Of course, The General Rundown will cover the Stats, Weapons, Skills, Abilities, Feats, Weaknesses and Finally, Which Team will ultimately Win.

Without further ado, let's begin

Minna-Dietlinde Wilcke

Minna-Dietlinde Wilcke is the Wing Commander of the 501st Joint Fighter Wing Known as The "Strike Witches"

From Karlsland, Minna had quite a beautiful backstory. Her Mother was a renowned Singer and this also became quite a run in the family, as Minna also is a superb singer :D!!!!

Minna has my Vote for "German Idol" or "The Voice" XD!!!!

Minna's Talent for Singing was that good, she aspired to study further. Unfortunately, the invasion of the Neuroi halted those plans. So, Minna enlisted into the Air Force.

Minna eventually went through multiple promotions over the course of her Military Career, reaching the rank of Wing Commander and establishing the iconic 501st Joint Fighter Wing which are, you guessed it, The Strike Witches. With the help of.....

Mio Sakamoto

Mio Sakamoto is (well, was), the Squadron Leader of the Strike Witches.

Born in Fuso Japan, Sakamoto has a rich history of Military Experience. Trained under the "War Goddess" known as Kitagou Fumika, Sakamoto eventually established her skills as one of the very best at what she does.

Sakamoto also has one of the more legendary resumes. She was one of the first Test Pilots for the Striker Units that were created using Ichiro Miyafuji's Theory (Yoshika's Father)

Mio Sakamoto and Ichiro Miyafuji with the "First Striker Unit"

One faithful say, Mio Sakamoto scouted for the adorable "Yoshika Miyafuji" due to her natural talent with her Magic. While Yoshika refused to come to the Military at first, she eventually came after she found out, after a letter had been sent to her, that Sakamoto knew about her Father. Infact, Ichiro left Yoshika in order to advance his research early in her life.

Unfortunately, it turns out, Ichiro Miyafuji passed away before Sakamoto sent the letter. Despite this, Yoshika finally decided to join the Military and become a vital member of the Strike Witches.

Eventually

Minna and Sakamoto managed to achieved legendary feats over the course of Strike Witches. Ranging from Defending the world against the Neuroi, facing the ass loving Neuroi Bug, Achieved a Knights Iron Cross of Oak Leaves and Swords, defeating the Warlock, took back Gallia, Britannia and Berlin, and finally, continuing their mission to do whatever it takes to stop the Neuroi from decimating the World.

That's a general and simple background for Minna and Sakamoto. Now. Let's see what the two adorable and fierce commanders are capable of.

Magic

Minna using her Magic to equip her Striker Unit

Both Minna and Sakamoto are Witches..... Well, at this point (Mentioned in previous Strike Witches match ups), Witches use magic :D!!!!

Each witch uses magic to give themselves animal features such as Ears and a Tail based on their Familiar. Minna's Familiar is The Gray Wolf while Sakamoto's Familiar is the Doberman

Magic also adds more Versatility to Minna and Sakamoto's Combat Efficiency. Here are the list of magical abilities for the Witches

Magical Shield

Gertrud Barkorn using a Shield.

The Magical Shield is the Standard Defensive Technique that can block any attack, provided it is strong enough to do so. It can also be used as an Offensive Weapon, demonstrated multiple times by Witches who charge into battle.

The Shield can also protect all sides, though it can still require great concentration to trigger the shield in order to do so. But, it gets the job done with flying colors.

Minna

Three Dimensional Space Understanding Ability

Minna's Signature Magical Ability is a Three Dimensional Space Awareness Technique. Basically, it allows Minna to track down both Allies and Foes from Greater Distances that are beyond sight. It is ideal for Minna's Role as a Wing Commander since this is basically a Radar system. However, the limitations of this ability are that clouds, smoke, debris can hamper it's effects. Not exactly nullification, but it can reduce the amount of intel to an extent. Still, it is highly effective.

From Minna's Point of View, the World becomes a Grid Line with Dots and Arrows that mark the intended Targets.

Sakamoto

Magic Eye

Thought Mio was missing an eye? Nope.

Magic Eye is Sakamoto's Signature Ability. Possessing one of the most useful abilities in Strike Witches, Magic Eye helps Sakamoto exploit Neuroi Cores. This also gives Sakamoto and her team a huge advantage in combat since it gives her the necessary intel to destroy the Neuroi Craft. It is questionable if this ability can spot Weaknesses from other Enemy Types. However, the point is, Magic Eye is still an effective way to provide solid information in battle.

The main reason why Sakamoto wears an eyepatch is because it saves her magical reserves due to her Magic Eye. Unlike other magic in Strike Witches, Magic Eye is always on, and Sakamoto has to use her Eyepatch in order to cool off the energy consumption. Infact, Sakamoto is not blind with one eye to begin with. That's a pretty cool twist :D!!!!

Striker Units

Minna with her Striker Unit

Sakamoto with her Striker Unit

Striker Units are the main equipment for combat for the Strike Witches, and any other military organization that utilizes girls with magical powers. You see, the Striker Units were originally designed for aerial combat and it was Miyafuji Ichiro (Yoshika Miyafuji's father) who improved on the design to make it the best possible Striker Unit yet.

Background stuff aside, A Striker Unit is first powered up by the user's magical source. Some Striker Units have varying requirements of Magic to be used and in turn, can produce both incredible and dangerous results.

Weaponry

Minna with the MG 42

Sakamoto and Reppumaru

Both Minna and Sakamoto wield powerful weaponry. Here is the List of Weapons used by both Minna and Sakamoto

Minna

MG 42

The MG 42 is a general-purpose Machine Gun designed by Nazi Germany. Able to fire 1200 rounds per minute, the MG 42 is actually extremely effective for Suppressive Fire, and also decimating Neuroi Armor to expose Neuroi Cores. It fires 7.92x57mm Mauser bullets

Walther PPK

The Walther PPK Pistol is a Semi Automatic Fire Arm. Very simple, it can fire .22 Long Rifle, .25 ACP, .32 ACP and .380 ACP rounds, it gets the job done. It is ideal as a finishing blow against the Neuroi, preferably when aimed at the core.

Sakamoto

Type 99 Mark 2 Machine Gun Kai

The Type 99 Mark 2 Machine Gun Kai is Sakamoto's Main Firearm. The design of the Firearm is actually a Japanese version of the German Oerlikon FF/FFL Autocannons, and became an aircraft autocannon during World War 2.

The Machine Gun fires 520 20x72RB Rounds per minute and it is extremely effective against Neuroi Craft. It can literally shred through Armor like butter :D!!!!!

Due to it's Light Weight, Sakamoto can fire with low recoil kickback, which gives her superior accuracy :D!!!

But of course..........

Ahhh, Reppumaru once more :D!!!

The signature weapon of Mio Sakamoto and frankly, the most powerful and deadliest in all of Strike Witches, Reppumaru is a Magical Katana with a beautiful and powerful twist. You see, the blade is actually forged by Sakamoto herself, who used her magical life energy to fuel it's power. This makes the blade do wonders :D!!!!

The Abilities of Reppumaru

Reppuzan

Reppuzan!!!!!!

Reppuzan is a sword technique that requires both hands of the wielder to trigger. It drains the User's Magic and channels it into the blade to deliver a devastating air cutter that slices through Neuroi Craft like Butter. It is also a superb Ranged Attack. Another beautiful demonstration of this ability is this.....

Sakamoto using Reppuzan. She also can use Reppumaru to block Beam Attacks.

Aye. This is the Standard Reppuzan Strike. But, there is one more technique....

Shin Reppuzan

Shin Reppuzan is pretty much the Ultimate Ability in Strike Witches. It is Reppuzan, but on a whole different level. It works exactly the same way but the catch here is that because the energy output is so powerful, this could end up draining all Magical Power from the Wielder entirely. For the sake of Maximum Potential, Sakamoto can use this technique for this match up. While she hasn't been shown to use it, it is strongly implied that she can use it since she knows the technique off by heart.

So, here is a demonstration of Shin Reppuzan performed by Yoshika Miyafuji.

Bing Badda Boom!!!!!

A Perfect way to finish off a Battle :D!!!! Shin Reppuzan is a Badass way to go :D!!!!

Physical and Magical Stats

Both Minna and Sakamoto do have identical levels of Stats. After all, they both have the same magical abilities and their Striker Units are identical in terms of capabilities. Here are the list of Feats for Strength, Speed and Durability.

Strength

Are essentially evenly matched in terms of Strength physically. Both Minna and Sakamoto are essentially Peak Human. This is without Magical Power Involved.

Minna did this..........

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Minna finishes off the Neuroi Bug...... Using her Panties and Strength.................

............. 2 hours Later (Seriously, that's how long it took to come back XD!!!!!!)

Sakamoto can slice through Neuroi with Reppumaru. Amplified by Reppuzan. Though the Blade itself can still be efficient for Armor Piercing potential

Managed to assist both Barkhorn and Hartmann to slow down a Massive Neuroi Airplane. The Neuroi plane is roughly the same size as an Airbus Commercial Plane, which generally weighs over 70-100 tons. However, the Plane could be far heavier, as it already holds numerous Neuroi Drones that number in the thousands, if not millions.

From Left to Right: Hartmann, Minna and Barkhorn slowing down the Neuroi Plane

The size of the Plane from Sakamoto's Perspective

Speed

Can dodge Neuroi Light Speed Beam Attacks like a cakewalk. Sometimes Sakamoto simply Charges right towards them and block the attacks with just her Reppumaru.

Can Perform Tricky Maneuvers that can catch enemies off guard.

Can scale to the likes of Base Shirley, who can roll around Neuroi Beams like a Dance.

Combat Speed can compare to Trudy Barkhorn, who can shoot down swarms of Neuroi Drones in a few seconds.

Durability

Perfectly scales to all the Strike Witches. Lynette in particular is able to hold off multiple Neuroi beams while protecting Battleships with her Magical Shield. At this point, that feat is free food for Durability for any Witch XD!!!!!

Can Block Neuroi Beams with their Shield, which breaks down material to the atomic level. However, in the case of Sakamoto, she can block the beams with Reppumaru. This is actually more impressive considering that the beams should have inflicted burns around her but Sakamoto IS ALWAYS FINE WHEN SHE BLOCKS THEM!!!!!! Legendary.

Can scale to other Witches in terms of comical durability feats such as:

The Ass Loving Neuroi Bug that crept into Eila, Perrine, Yoshika, Gertrud, Lynette and Minna's Butts.......... XD!!

Perrine getting hosed down by both Shirley and Francesca, in an attempt to try and target the Bug

Yoshika got smacked in the head by Sakamoto after touching Sakamoto's Rack

Perrine had a mop on her head by Yoshika. Not actually damaging but hilarious

Eila had her head smacked by Sanya after she tried to find the Neuroi bug and even tried to look inside Sanya's Panties.......... XD!!!!!

Hattori Shizuka slipped into the briefing room that made her roll towards the front multiple times.

Skills

Once More :D!!!!

That Feat is just awesome :D

Both Minna and Sakamoto are the leaders of the Strike Witches. It is no surprise that they are highly skilled in combating the Neuroi. While under the age of 20, they are able to command with efficient and successful results with the same intuition of a War Veteran. That's how talented they both are.

Oh, and of course, Minna is a superb Singer and Sakamoto is a Superb Swordmaster.

Of course, both Minna and Sakamoto's Experience in the Military are immense. With this experience, their Combat Skills grew and now, at their very best, Minna and Sakamoto are able to take down virtually any foe they come across.

Feats and Accomplishments for Minna and Sakamoto

As the Leaders of the Strike Witches, Minna and Sakamoto have done a couple of legendary feats that make them extremely efficient and awesome :D!!!! Here are a couple of notable feats achieved by the Witches

Have officially, and cleanly, defeated Neuroi Armies multiple times

Retook Gallia, Britannia and Berlin from the Neuroi

Minna achieved her 200th kill that gave her the Knights Cross of Oak Leaves and Swords after, well........

......... Moving on XD!!!!!

Sakamoto managed to convince Yoshika to join the military through personal intervention and clever Persuasive skills

Took down the Warlock

Minna and the Strike Witches saved Sakamoto from total death when she was fused with the Titanic Sized Neuroi Core.

Sakamoto saved Shirley from certain death just before she fatally crashed into the Neuroi Craft

Sakamoto, ironically, did not endure the Booby Curse. Infact, Sakamoto has one of the safest resumes to her name. Avoiding the Neuroi Ass Loving Bug and even the Panties being stolen XD!!!! Oh, And Minna never got her panties stolen at all.

Both Minna, Sakamoto and also the Strike Witches saved Yoshika from death in Gallia.

Mio Sakamoto is my favorite Waifu ever :D!!!!

Minna has one of the most adorable faces :D!!!!

Sakamoto is voiced by Kira Vincent-Davis, who also voiced Seryu Ubitquitous in Akame Ga Kill :D. Her Japanese Voice Actresses are Chiba Saeko for Season 1 and Seto Saori for Season 2 onwards

Minna is Voiced by Anatasia Munoz. Japanese Voice Actress is Tanaka Rie

Strike Witches is amazing and a great balance of action, comedy, cuteness and story.

Minna's Panties........ Strongest of all time......... XD!!!!!!!

Finally, Sakamoto's Iconic Laugh........... We need The Grandmaster vs Mio Sakamoto in a laughing Contest!!!!!

HAHAHHAHAHAHAH (Goes for Eternity)

Please be real Sakamoto :D!!!!!!

Weaknesses

It makes me sad seeing Sakamoto being vulnerable :(

Minna Falling down. No, she is not flying!!!

While both Minna and Sakamoto are a team of really efficient capabilities, unfortunately, there are many notable weaknesses to consider. It is worth mentioning that towards the end of the story, Sakamoto lost ALL of her Magic....... Yes, Magic in Strike Witches is not infinite. Infact, it was because of this weakness that Sakamoto retired from the 501st, and had to serve as a Supporting Role.

You see, once a Witch reaches a certain age, their magic diminishes overtime. This means that women simply have to make the most of their magic in their youth.

Sakamoto's Reppuzan technique also greatly drains her magical reserves. Should she use too much of it, she simply loses her Magic and eventually, her main means of combat. Sure, she can still fight with Reppumaru unpowered, but she cannot use her Striker Unit ever again, or even do, well, anything at all. This also removes her Magic Eye ability permanently.

Minna on the other hand may be efficient, but her abilities are actually not exactly mean for Offensive potential. While Three Dimensional Space Understanding is indeed useful, all it does is give Minna location of her allies and enemies from her point of view. That's all there is to it. Minna's Magic is more traditional rather than specialized. Not exactly useless though. She can use magical shield to block attacks and even punch through with the Shield. But, Minna, like Sakamoto, reached a point in her life when her magic is almost gone. Infact, she almost died in Road to Berlin after feeling light headed. If not for Trudy and Erica saving Minna at the very last moment, Minna would have died.

Still, despite their notable faults, Minna and Sakamoto are simply legendary, adorable and brilliant combatants :D!!!!!

Najenda

Najenda is the Leader of an Assassin Group of the Revolutionary Army known as "Night Raid".

Najenda's career is legendary, she once served in the Empire that also happens to have fellow colleague Esdeath. While Najenda certainly did her job very well, ultimately, she decided to leave the Empire since she disliked their methods of "Order" and how Corrupt the Empire was. So, Najenda and a couple of soldiers defected from the Empire, which resulted in this.......

Aye, this was the result of Najenda being attacked by Esdeath, who took Najenda's Defection as a great insult.

Eventually, due to her Injuries, Najenda played a less practical and more of a supporting role in trying to defeat the Empire and assist the Revolutionary Army. Eventually, Najenda convinced adorable Assassin Akame into joining Night Raid, and hired a couple more skilled assassins for the job at hand.

This also led to Tatsumi, a village boy who tried to bring money to his own village, to join the Army after he witnessed the death of his friends and being convinced by best Blondie Leone to join Night Raid. Yeah, Najenda is quite skilled in creative persuasion.

Overtime, during the course of Akame Ga Kill's Story, Najenda was on a mission to gather more reinforcements and, after Night Raid was invaded by Dr Stylish and his cronies, Najenda finally arrived back with the help of Gaia Foundation Wielder Chelsea and........

Susanoo

Susanoo is a legendary Warrior that lived for 1000 years. A powerful asset to the Revolutionary Army, Susanoo is actually a Teigu...... An Organic Teigu (Weapons forged by the First Emperor's Smiths) So in a sense, Susanoo is an Automaton.... And a Perfectionist

Susanoo's Story is actually not very deep. He simply is a Teigu who served his master with unquestionable loyalty and try to defeat the Empire to bring Peace and Freedom to the Capital.

Najenda and Susanoo ultimately did achieve their goals. At the cost of lives and their own health..... But, as the saying goes "War can be won by Heroes"

That is a simple but generalized backstory for both Najenda and Susanoo. Let's look at their legendary capabilities

Teigu

Najenda wielding Pumpkin

While Susanoo himself is a Teigu, Najenda actually did use a Legendary Teigu known as "Pumpkin"

This legendary weapon is a firearm that generates more power the more dangerous Najenda's situation is. It also increases it's capabilities the more emotional Najenda becomes. This is achieved by channeling the user's spirit energy, providing it with ammunition. That's right, Pumpkin is using Najenda's spirit as it's energy supply.

Pumpkin has three modes for combat, providing it with supreme versatility. The three modes for Pumpkin are:

Sniper Mode: This mode allows Najenda to use Pumpkin to fire projectiles at her target from very long distances. More impressively, Pumpkin is capable of hitting Najenda's target that are kilometers away from her position.

Rapid Fire Mode: This mode allows Najenda to use Pumpkin to fire projectiles at her target in a close quarters fight. This time, Pumpkin fires rapid projectiles like an automatic assault rifle.

Trump Card: Cut Down Shot "Gun Blade" Mode: This is Pumpkin's Trump card. It allows Pumpkin to emit a beam blade that is capable of cutting through everything it comes in contact with. Basically this mode turns Pumpkin into a lightsaber.... a very long and very large lightsaber

Mine using The Gun Blade

So..... is there a catch here?

Remember I said Najenda "Used" Pumpkin? Well, unfortunately, due to her injuries, she cannot wield it no longer. Pumpkin is actually used more prominently by Mine. Thankfully, Najenda does have one extra "Hand" for combat.

The Prosthetic Arm

The Prosthetic Grappling Arm

Najenda can use her Prosthetic Arm to simply reel in anyone she desires. This can be extremely effective for pinning down the intended target for her team mates to take advantage of, especially Mobile foes, just like the time Najenda used her arm on Leone.

She missed? Oh I see

Yeah, even if Najenda misses the target, as long as the arm hits a wall or cliffside, she can use the grappling mechanism to gain momentum for her kicks to deal damage.

That is actually all of Najenda's equipment. But......

Susanoo

Okay..... This guy has one of the coolest capabilities ever. You see, Susanoo is actually armed with two types of weapons. They are:

Wolf Fang Mace

The Signature weapon for Susanoo, Wolf Fang Mace also happens to be one of Akame Ga Kill's most powerful weapons. It is a Staff that has a large bludgeon tip. But, it gets even more badass. Susanoo can use the end of the Staff to actually trigger rotating blades that give it slashing damage

The Rotating Blades

Because of the rotation mechanism, the Wolf Fang Mace becomes a Staff like Chainsaw :D!!!! Badass!!!!

But also......

MAGATAMA MANIFESTATION!!!!!!!!

Oh yeah!!!!! You thought Susanoo and Wolf Fang are enough? Well, Nope. Magatama Manifestation requires the life force of Najenda in order to be triggered. It can only be used three times, otherwise Najenda will die.

Once triggered though, Susanoo becomes a Legendary badass :D!!!! We will look into his abilities with Magatama Manifestation now!!!!

Abilities with Magatama Manifestation

Yata no Kagami "Eight Span/Handed Mirror Shield"

Susanoo blocking and reflecting the Death Tagool's Beam Blast

Yata no Kagami is Susanoo's most powerful defensive technique. Using the palm of his hand, Susanoo can block and reflect any projectile thrown at him. This is exceptionally useful against opponents who rely mainly on firearms and ranged attacks in general. Oh, and it seems that the shield is impervious to physical damage. Badass!!!!

Yasakani No Magatama "Eight Shaku Curved Jewel"

Yasakani No Magatama is essentially a physical stat boost for Susanoo. Now, he is faster, stronger, more badass :D!!! Admittedly he can still be stopped, but it would take a monumental effort to do so.

But.........

SWORD OF THE GATHERING CLOUDS OF HEAVEN!!!!!!!

Sword of the Gathering Clouds of Heaven "Ame No Murakuno" (Sacred Sword of Heavens) is Susanno's coolest and most powerful ability with regards to his Magatama Manifestation Form.

Susanoo now conjures a magical sword that cuts "Everything" in just a swipe. This is especially true when he cut the Death Tagool Danger Beast that was controlled by Kurome. This is the same creature that is impervious to attacks...... Except against Susanoo!!!!!!!!

Of Course, Susanoo can wield the Sword at anytime. It is much more powerful than his Wolf Fang Mace and surprisingly, it can change it's size for greater reach.

Other Abilities for Susanoo

Regeneration

Susanoo has one of the most powerful Regens in fiction. While not quite as powerful as someone like Alucard from Hellsing or Deadpool, Susanoo's Regen comes pretty close. That alone speaks volumes.

Essentially, Susanno can heal anything instantly and fight once more. This can catch his opponents off guard, giving Susanoo the element of Surprise.

Overall, this Regeneration is Susanoo's most iconic ability. He can even use it while in his Magatama form.

Annular Defense

Susanoo rotates his Wolf Fang Mace at such high velocity, it becomes a shield that blocks incoming projectiles. It gives Susanoo a great defensive technique that gives him and his team breathing room.

Immunity to Disease and Poisons.

Susanoo, again, is not actually a human, he is an Organic Teigu. He doesn't share the same genetics as humans and his body structure is unique. His immunity to Disease and Poisons allows him to be virtually invulnerable to toxins. This is especially true when Dr Stylish tried to use his chemical concoctions on Susanoo, who just walked around like it was nothing.

Physical Stats

While Najenda technically isn't physically impressive, she will get a mention with regards to her overall capabilities at least haha. Susanoo however is a total badass!!!!! Here is a shared list of feats achieved for Strength, Speed and Durability for both Najenda and Susanoo

Strength

Najenda use to carry Pumpkin. A Heavy Firearm....... Now she is at 40% of her original strength :(

However!!!! Najenda with her Grappling Arm can hold down her foes with strong gripping strength. Just like what she did to my Waifu Leone.

Najenda can also smash through rocks with her Prosthetic Arm

Najenda smacked both Tatsumi and Leone because they laughed at Susanoo's comment on Najenda looking like a man..... XD!!!!

Najenda's Kicks decapitated Rokugoh, who is one of Kurome's minions

Najenda can scale to a Young Esdeath, who kicked and smashed a 16 ton boulder as a child.

Now onto Susanoo.......

Has blocked Dr Stylish's Mountain Sized Giant Form. Which, well, is the size of a mountain!!!!

Can parry Esdeaths attacks. The same attacks that can overpower the likes of Akame, who can slice and break Steel. Even better, Esdeath can one shot Tatsumi at his Tyrant Form. Who managed to take Shikouteizer's Laser blasts, that can decimate large armies and go at Country Level in terms of power.

Sent Wave Flying with just one strike

Wave needs to join Team Rocket XD!!!!

Sliced through Death Tagool. Who literally is Indestructible to almost anything. Except for Susanoo

Has sliced through Esdeath's Ice, which are capable of destroying armies at once. Durability wise, they withstood meltdown when inside a cauldron, and even blocked Tatsumi's Incursio Punches, the same punches that sent Shikouteizer flying backwards

Speed

Najenda........ Your still awesome ;) least that kick you did does count as combat speed :D

Susanoo however....

Has kept up against Esdeath, who fought against pretty much all of the strongest Akame Ga Kill characters such as Akame, who was boosted into her little war horn state and Esdeath kept up against her with one arm......... Badass!!!!! In case of Susanoo, he was able to block Esdeath's attacks long enough to be reasonably scaled to her.

Superior to Leone, who was able to jump attack her foes without warning.

Has crushed multiple Dr Stylish Cronies in a few seconds.

Annular Defense shows that Susanoo's reflexes are legendary. Rotating at faster than the eye can track speeds.

Blocked Death Tagool's Beam attack point blank.... POINT BLANK!!!!!! That is pretty much very close (I said very close) to light speed.

Managed to knock out a Giant fish in a split second

Durability

Najenda....... I still love you.... Surviving the attack from Esdeath is still badass :D!!!!

But Susanoo.......... (Hey, this is actually true XD!!!)

Has taken blows from Esdeath. who, again, One Shotted Tyrant Tatsumi and overpower Akame and Leone. Akame for instance was smashed against multiple trees by Wave and only suffered minimal damage. Leone can endure strikes from General Budo, who was able to overpower Incursio 1 Tatsumi. The Same form that managed to keep up with Grand Chariot, who is Statistically superior to Incursio. Yeah, Lots of scaling XD!!!!

Took blasts from the Death Tagool. Now, get this, these beams can literally "Change the Terrain". That's right, Susanoo survived blasts that can alter environments. Granted he used regeneration........ But um.....

Yeah..... That nullifies the argument hahahah

Was able to block Esdeath's Weisschnabel. The Same Ability that can pin down a Mountain Sized Danger Beast. Susanoo used Annular Defense.

Blocked Dr Stylish's Giant Form. Which, well, is a Mountain Sized Form. Legendary

Skills

Najenda and Susanoo are superb combatants. While Najenda no longer is as efficient in combat as she once was, her tactical mindset and strategic thinking are what makes her a badass. Infact, Najenda's one of the most intelligent characters of Akame Ga Kill.

Susanoo however is over 1000 years old........ Yeah, that shows how experienced, skilled and dangerous he is in terms of Combat efficiency...... And, Susanoo is a master at cooking and helped Akame with daily chores at Night Raid's Head Quarters.

Feats and Accomplishments for Najenda and Susanoo

Both Najenda and Susanoo have become major players in the war against the Empire. Here are a list of notable feats achieved by both Najenda and Suanoo

Have Officially, and cleanly, defeated Dr Stylish and his Cronies

Najenda has successfully defected from the Empire to join the Revolutionary Army...... At the cost of her Eye and Arm

Susanoo managed to destroy the Death Tagool

Najenda's schemes against the Empire Prove to be very successful. If not a bit risky at times, but still, the outcomes are generally solid.

Najenda has a secret Admirer known as Lubbock. Speaks how attractive she really is :D!!!!

Susanoo managed to save his friends from Esdeath.......... By Sacrificing himself. That is hands down, the bravest moment in Akame Ga Kill.

Najenda was voiced by Shelley Calene-Black (English) and Risa Muzuno (Japanese)

Susanoo was voiced by Ty Mahany (English) and Shintaro Asanuma (Japanese)

Akame Ga Kill is a masterpiece. Brilliant Story, Lovable Characters (Leone, Esdeath, Akame, Susanoo, Bols, Najenda, Kurome and Wave and more!! <3) Amazing action, kickass soundtrack and intros :D!!!!

Weaknesses

While Both Najenda and Susanoo are extremely proficient as a team, the issue is that Najenda is almost featless post injuries. Infact, it is officially stated that Najenda only had 40% of her original Strength since Esdeath literally kicked her ass when Najenda chose to defect from the Empire

Oof, that's "Bone Shattering"

Which sadly means, no Pumpkin for Najenda in this fight. If she were to wield it now, she would literally be holding something that feels like 2 tons..... its weight is too much for her.

As for Susanoo, his weaknesses are not as obvious since he is almost unstoppable.... Almost.......

You see, while Susanoo is legendary, the biggest weakness is his Core. If the Enemy somehow destroys his Core, Susanoo will die permanently. But, if his master uses their lifeforce to transfer to Susanoo, he can come back to life in his Magatama Manifest Form. But, those who have prior knowledge of Susanoo's capabilities can simply kill Susanoo multiple times. Esdeath for instance knew about Susanoo's Core well before she fought him. Ultimately, Esdeath killed Susanoo because of this.

As for the Life Force Transfer, if Najenda used her life force to trigger Magatama Manifest three times, she will die or at the very best case scenario, be severely weakened. Susanoo can actually revive himself from his core being crushed, but, he needs Najenda around in order to do so. So really, Susanoo is both a Positive and Negative Factor for Najenda.

Still, Despite the faults, both Najenda and Susanoo have achieved legendary and monumental feats that ultimately led to the Empire's Downfall. Najenda actually helped rebuild the Captial to restore peace... Before She passed away peacefully.

Thank you Najenda and Susanoo :)!!!!

Summary

Minna and Sakamoto

Advantages

Superior Mobility

Both Minna and Sakamoto have fought foes who have Regeneration before. Susanoo is no different

Reppuzan and Shin Reppuzan do have the potential to kill Susanoo...... Assuming Sakamoto pulls it off.

Its essentially a 2v1 fight. Though Najenda is crafty, she isn't quite as efficient in combat compared to Minna and Sakamoto

Disadvantages

Are physically outclassed by Susanoo in terms of Strength and Durability.

While Minna and Sakamoto are faster, Susanoo can wear them both down with his defensive techniques.

Susanoo is 1000 years old........ I think we can see how Experience goes right?

Neither Minna or Sakamoto actually have beforehand knowledge of putting down Susanoo for Good.

While Najenda is not efficient in terms of a practical combatant, she is still much more strategic and more experienced with tactics than both Minna and Sakamoto

While Sakamoto is highly skilled with Reppumaru, Susanoo's skills with Wolf Fang Mace and the Sword are simply too much of a advantage

No regeneration.

Najenda and Susanoo

Advantages

Susanoo alone outclassed both Minna and Sakamoto in terms of Strength and Durability

Despite the Mobility edge for Minna and Sakamoto, Susanoo's Defensive Techniques pretty much nullify both their ranged and even Reppumaru's capabilities

1000 years vs 19-20 years.......... Do you really think this is close in terms of experience and skills?

Because this is a random encounter, Susanoo has a monumental leg up in that Minna and Sakamoto simply do not actually know how Susanoo's overall capabilities with the Core actually works.

Najenda, while not the most effective combatant in this fight, is still the more strategic and tactical fighter of all the combatants involved

Sakamoto is a badass with Reppumaru. Okay? Susanoo's Skills with Wolf Fang Mace and the Sword are just a one two punch.

Susanoo's Regeneration is a monumental obstacle for both Minna and Sakamoto to overcome

Disadvantages

Not as mobile

Susanoo has Regeneration, though Minna and Sakamoto fought foes with Regeneration also.

While Susanoo is indeed very powerful, Reppuzan and Shin Reppuzan are capable of killing him entirely. If Sakamoto can pull it off first

Najenda's current state is gonna hamper her combat efficiency in terms of practicality

The Verdict

In what may well be one of my all time favorite match ups, Minna and Sakamoto vs Najenda and Susanoo is also very sentimental.

This is by far one of the hardest match ups I researched not because of how close it is, but because, both sides have some of my all time favorite characters ever!!!!! But, I have to choose a side but remember, no matter who won, every character in this fight will always be a badass........

In terms of overall Stats, This actually gets alot more interesting. Both sides have defensive techniques, but it is Najenda and Susanoo who simply have more defensive Options than Minna and Sakamoto. Yes., Najenda is weakened in her current state, but that's ok, Susanoo is around to prevent incoming damage using Annular Defense and the Eight Span Mirror shield, which is superior to the Magical Shields used by the Strike Witches since it not only blocks attacks, it can reflect projectiles back at the enemy...... Yeah, this also nullifies the Ranged options that Minna and Sakamoto have. Their Firearms will eventually run out of ammo, and Minna pretty much has to just use her tactical mind to try and hang on right? Unfortunately this is where it gets tricky for her.

Minna's main weapon is indeed her MG 42, but again, aside from that, she can use her Walther PPK. Unfortunately, that doesn't mean much when Susanoo is simply blocking all of the bullets coming at him with his own Eight Span Shield. So in a nutshell, Minna's Capabilities are simply outmatched against Susanoo.

But wait, Tactics? Ahhh I see.

While the Ammunition factor is a thing, Tactics can help Minna here. She can direct Sakamoto with some tricky maneuvers, with regards to speed. Infact, Minna and Sakamoto possess superior Speed and Mobility, which greatly evens out the playing field. Both Minna and Sakamoto work very well as a team, took down foes with superior destructive and defensive abilities....... But, so has Susanoo and Najenda.

I mean, Susanoo defeated the Death Tagool, who possessed more power and more durability than both Minna and Sakamoto..... This of course does sound scary, but what about Najenda? Well, she too is tactical and strategic and is much more experienced than both Minna and Sakamoto. Najenda has fought countless battles for the Empire and the Revolutionary Army, and Directed many successful missions for Night Raid. So really, Minna's Tactical Prowess is just outmatched by Najenda alone.

So really, It seems that Minna is out of the picture right? Right????

What about Sakamoto?

Well, unlike Minna, Sakamoto has one more trick here that completely balances the match up

Aye, Reppumaru. Sakamoto uses this legendary Katana as her pride and joy in combat. It is so powerful, I am confident to say that it will overpower Najenda with no effort. Yes, Najenda is great, but her weakened state means she isn't Durable or Strong enough to take Reppuzan. She would die......

However, this sounds like Sakamoto finally brings home the victory for her team right? What is the matter here? Well.....

Despite not mentioning Susanoo, the fact that he is the very last thing that Sakamoto has to overcome is going to lead this into a battle of atrrition. Sure, it is possible that Minna and Sakamoto can kill Najenda, but, Susanoo is on a whole other level here.

Because Susanoo has the superior stats in terms of Strength and Durability (Pushing back and even overpowering mountain sized foes and surviving Terrain changing beam strikes), Susanoo alone pretty much gives this fight a huge toll. So, is it possible for Sakamoto to actually kill Susanoo?

Remember, Minna and Sakamoto have defeated foes who can regenerate and have superior stats to them before. I am reasonable to believe that it is going to be 2v1 ultimately.......... Hah.... That doesn't matter.

Remember, Minna and Sakamoto fought The Neuroi right? Here is the issue..... Susanoo is no Neuroi, he is a Teigu. Yes, he can regenerate and yes, he is not as mobile. But the one thing that completely gives Susanoo the advantage that is gonna be surprising....... Sakamoto's Iconic Magic eye is completely useless

Yeah, this is not gonna work (Explanation coming up)

So, if Magic Eye can detect weaknesses and detect Neuroi Cores. How is Susanoo different? Well, again, Susanoo is not a Neuroi. He is a Teigu. You see the theme here? Magic Eye has never been shown to work on other enemy types before. So Magic Eye is just a specialized ability specifically made to combat and defeat Neuroi.

Susanoo's Core is not gonna reveal the weakspot to Sakamoto's Magic Eye...... But wait, remember I said about Reppuzan and Shin Reppuzan being devastating? Well, yeah..... That is gonna overpower Susanoo........ Look at this

Stomped by Esdeath's foot.

Aye, this seems like a win for Minna and Sakamoto...................... Susanoo and Najenda win this fight.

Time for the Shocking moments hahaha

While Minna and Sakamoto are going to prove challenging for Susanoo and Najenda, Susanoo's Defensive Techniques and superior Combat Reflexes are gonna hold on and ultimately, win his team the fight.

Yes, Reppuzan and Shin Reppuzan will be devastating, but, they drain up Sakamoto's Magical reserves immensely. If she spams them too much, she loses her magic, and unfortunately, Susanoo can simply dodge all of the attacks since he is capable of dodging Death Tagool's Laser Blasts, which are far faster than Sakamoto's Reppuzan techniques. A Charge Attack vs a Beam Strike. There is a major difference in Speed.

1000 meters per minute vs 1000 meters a second..... Aye. No contest.

Also, Eight Span Mirror Shield is gonna completely stop Reppuzan and yes, Shin Reppuzan, this pretty much cements Susanoo's victory by a wide margin in the end

Because of that, Susanoo will eventually defeat both Minna and Sakamoto thanks to his superior Regen and Defenses. Added he is also 1000 years old, he is the most experienced and Skilled fighter of the bunch and also the strongest, Susanoo has what it takes to take the win for himself and Najenda, who also is the more tactical and more strategic combatant of the bunch.

But, how did Esdeath beat Susanoo?

Well Esdeath actually used the Demon's Extract to hold Susanoo in place, to nullify his movement. However, Minna and Sakamoto do not use Ice based magic and they did not have prior knowledge of Susanoo's capabilities beforehand. Esdeath simply knew about Susanoo which ultimately means, the only way to truly beat Susanoo is if you know what he can do..... Prep Time.

In general, Najenda and Susanoo are simply too experienced, too skilled, too powerful and too badass.